How Do You Eliminate Mites From A Pet Hermit Crab Tank?
Even in the cleanest hermit crab tanks, mites may appear to feast on the free supply of food and water and lay eggs in the humid environment. Soon the tank is infested. There is only one way to completely eliminate mites from your pet hermit crab’s tank–the tank must be sterilized. Remove your pet hermit crabs from the tank and place them in a safe area, which can include a box or separate tank with a towel in it for hiding under. You will need to remove the mites from the hermit crabs before you put them back in the tank. Clean the entire tank, starting with the substrate. You should replace it with all new substrate if possible. Alternatively, you can sterilize the sand or bedding by baking it in the oven at 300 degrees F for 30 minutes. Disinfect all toys and dishes from the tank. Everything except wood and sponges should be boiled for about 5 minutes. Wood can be baked at 300 degrees F for 30 minutes. You should use all new sponges. Eliminate mites as completely as you can from th
